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Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Serengeti Ocicat LaPerm
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank281776
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Serengeti Oci LaPerme cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm cat?
$600 to $2,500 $800 to $1200 $900 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Serengeti have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
LaPerm have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Green Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include gold or yellow with solid black spots, silver with black spots, and black smoke. Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Serengeti, Ocicat and LaPerm coats?
Short, Smooth, Sleek, Silk Short Short Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Short
Shaggy 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Average

Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and alert Long, playful and intelligent Moderate, playful and affectionate
Guarding Instinct High High Moderate
Protection Instincts High High Moderate
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Moderate Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good Moderate

Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Low maintenance
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires careful genetic management, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, raw diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
10-15 years 12-14 years 10-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm cat?
The Serengeti cat has a very high energy level.
The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level.
The LaPerm cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
No
Serengeti cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Ocicat cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
LaPerm cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity 		Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Diabetes Mellitus 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Dental Problems
Patellar Luxation
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard Hard

Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and active meows Moderate and varied sounds Soft and gentle purrs
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and playful Good, playful and social Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Wild-looking and active Energetic and friendly Curious and gentle
Tail Behavior Wild-looking and active tail movements Energetic and friendly tail movements Curious and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness High High Moderate
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low High Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium High
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Serengeti are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. LaPerm are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Serengeti cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Difficult to Train: Ocicat cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Challenging to Train: LaPerm cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Playful, Devoted, Loving Active Intelligent
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Serengeti cats adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Ocicat cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
LaPerm cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm?
Average to High: Serengeti cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Ocicat cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: LaPerm cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
The Serengeti cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed.
The LaPerm cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Serengeti cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Ocicat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: LaPerm owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm?
Outstanding: Serengeti is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: LaPerm is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Serengeti vs Ocicat vs LaPerm Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Serengeti coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ocicat coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your LaPerm cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Serengeti or Ocicat or LaPerm?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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